Portret van Robert Le Lorrain 1749

"Portret van Robert Le Lorrain" is a black and white engraving by Jacques Nicolas Tardieu, a French artist known for his prints. The work depicts the French sculptor Robert Le Lorrain in an oval frame, set against a simple background. The inscription identifies Le Lorrain as the "ordinary sculptor of the king" and rector of the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture, providing insight into his status and career. The tools associated with his craft, like a chisel and hammer, are featured at the bottom, highlighting his profession.